Polypropylene Monofilament Yarn 50 Decitex

This is a single synthetic monofilament yarn made from polypropylene, with a thickness less than 67 decitex and no twist or less than 5 turns per meter. It is used in industrial applications like fishing nets, ropes, and filter fabrics. Classified under HTS 5402.48.0010 due to its monofilament structure, polypropylene composition, and minimal twist.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5402.48.00Same rate: 43%

If twist exceeds 5 turns per meter but ≤50 turns/m

Higher twist levels shift to the general 'other' subheading within the same polypropylene single yarn category.

5503.20.00Lower: 39.3% vs 43%

If in staple fiber form rather than continuous filament

Polypropylene staple fibers for yarn production fall under Chapter 55, not continuous filament yarns of Chapter 54.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 43%

If woven into fabric rather than sold as yarn

Once processed into woven polypropylene fabric, it moves to woven fabric headings in 5407.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify decitex measurement (<67 dtex) and twist (<5 turns/m) with lab testing to confirm classification under 5402.48.0010

Provide mill certificates showing polypropylene composition and untwisted/multifilament status to avoid misclassification

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